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Severe Flooding in Libby, Montana: Evacuations and Damage

12/16/2025

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Heavy rainfall and melting snow caused flooding in Libby, Montana, starting December 11, 2025.
Emergency responders deployed sandbags and trucks to protect homes along Granite Creek, Libby Creek, and Flower Creek.
Local officials reported seven bridges destroyed as residents evacuated.
The Lincoln County Sheriff warned of long-lasting impacts and ongoing assessments.
More rain is forecast, raising concerns about the reservoir's stability and prompting a boil water order.

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Heavy rainfall and melting snow caused flooding in Libby, Montana, starting December 11, 2025.
Emergency responders deployed sandbags and trucks to protect homes along Granite Creek, Libby Creek, and Flower Creek.
Local officials reported seven bridges destroyed as residents evacuated.
The Lincoln County Sheriff warned of long-lasting impacts and ongoing assessments.
More rain is forecast, raising concerns about the reservoir's stability and prompting a boil water order.